Course Options

The Fun Part

The fun part about this course is rising to challenges and mastering them.  Most divers find this course both demanding and rewarding, and at the end, say it’s the best course they’ve ever taken.

You may be able to earn NCEA Credits for the PADI Rescue Diver Course.

What You Learn
You must have current First Aid Training (within 2 years). You can do your First Aid course with us!
Self rescue
Recognizing and managing stress in other divers
Emergency management and equipment
Rescuing panicked divers
Rescuing unresponsive divers

The Scuba Gear You Use
You use all your basic scuba gear including a dive computer and accessories.

The Learning Materials You Need
The PADI Rescue Diver knowledge development is completed online.  You’ll learn how to think like a rescue diver and preview skills you’ll practice with your PADI Instructor.  
Once your Rescue Diver course is complete, you can review the online learning materials to refresh your dive safety skills as needed.  This tool box of knowledge and technique will give you the expertise to handle almost any emergency situation.

Prerequisites
To enroll in the PADI Rescue Diver course, you must
Be 12 years or older
Have a PADI Adventure Diver certification (or have a qualifying certification from another organization)

How Do I Get started?
Take the plunge & register for your PADI Rescue Diver online

Cancellation / Transfer Policy
Transfer of dates prior to 1 week before the course start date  - $50 transfer fee
Transfer within 1 week of course start date $100 transfer fee
This fee is applicable every time you transfer dates.
Once courses are booked and paid for there is no refund available.